§ Mr. Trewasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry whether he is satisfied with the supply position of steel plate and sections; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Tom BoardmanThe rising level of economic activity has led to a sharp increase in demand at a time when the British Steel Corporation has been faced with labour and production difficulties. I am satisfied that the corporation is doing all it can to maintain supplies. In the case of plate, I understand that the current difficulties relate only to certain special qualities and should disappear when new plant now being commissioned or installed comes on stream.